Gravel Bikes - These bikes combine the best features of mountain bikes and racing bikes. Unlike high mountain regions where gravel bikes can only reach a few selected destinations, the Ammergau Alps, located in the foothills of the Alps, offer an extensive network of tours that include both moderate climbs and circular routes.
The slim tire profiles combine the off-road capability of a mountain bike with the speed of a racing bike. Regardless of whether it's on gravel, trails or asphalt, with the gravel bike you are equipped for any surface.
If you are looking for an exciting outdoor adventure that combines adrenaline with breathtaking nature, or are looking for leisurely and diverse tours, you have come to the right place. We have put together five unbeatable reasons why a gravel biking holiday in the Ammergau Alps is an absolute must. And at the end we’ll even tell you our favorite gravel bike tours in the nature park.
1. Diverse routes for beginners and advanced riders:
Whether you're an experienced gravel biker or a curious beginner, the Ammergau Alps offer gravel trails for every level. From gentle paths along the Ammer and in the valley to demanding tours with a few meters of altitude - everyone will find their perfect route here.
2. Breathtaking landscapes:
Immerse yourself in the beauty of the Bavarian Alps. On your tours you will be rewarded with views of high peaks, clear rivers and lush forests. On the gravel bike you can experience these landscapes up close and from a completely new perspective: past Lake Soier, along the Ammer and various moors, through beautiful forests.
3. Regional delicacies:
A holiday in the Ammergau Alps is not only exciting for the senses, but also for the palate. After an extensive gravel tour, you can enjoy traditional Bavarian cuisine in cozy huts and inns. This means you can enjoy the breaks and stops even more.
4. Cultural highlights right along the way:
In the Ammergau Alps Nature Park you will find numerous sights, such as the world-famous Passion Theater, the Ettal Monastery or Linderhof Castle. The sights and cultural highlights can be easily reached and connected by bike as they are located directly on the bike paths. This way you can combine your bike tour with a bit of culture and get to know the region even better.
5. Easy travel & accommodations:
By train, you can travel to Murnau from Munich in just one hour. From there, you can either take the first short tour towards the nature park or continue on the RB63 for about 30 minutes to Bad Kohlgrub, Saulgrub, Altenau, Unterammergau, or Oberammergau. There's accommodation for every budget and every preference. From vacation apartments to private rooms, youth hostels, camping, and upscale accommodations.
Our favorite gravel bike tours that you have to do in the Ammergau Alps Nature Park:
- Gravel tour - Plansee round
- Gravel tour - around the Ettaler Manndl
- Gravel tour - through the Halbammertal
- Gravel tour - Wieskirche round
Do you want to combine festival feeling with gravel biking? Experience exciting workshops, a good mood and trips together? Then that is it GRAVEL FEST in Bad Bayersoien just right for you! Tickets are available either for the entire weekend from September 5th to 8th, or for the bicycle scavenger hunt on Saturday. You can also attend the program items in the evening, e.g. Riders Party or Cinema Evening, without having to buy a ticket. Depending on availability, test bikes can also be rented without a festival ticket.
Pack your bags, grab your gravel bike and get ready for an unforgettable adventure in the Ammergau Alps. We look forward to welcoming you soon!